10. Dark Chocolate
Dark chocolate is a type of chocolate that contains a higher concentration of cocoa solids. It has a more intense flavour than milk or white chocolate because it contains less sugar and milk. Dark chocolate also provides more antioxidants than milk or white chocolate.
We have all heard at least once in our lives that dark chocolate is good for your health. But did you know that it can also help lower blood sugar levels?
- Dark chocolate is rich in flavonoids, which are antioxidants that can help improve insulin sensitivity and blood sugar control.
- In one study, people with type II diabetes who ate dark chocolate had lower blood sugar levels and improved insulin sensitivity after eight weeks.
- Another study showed that dark chocolate improved blood sugar levels in people with prediabetes. After eating dark chocolate for 15 days, they had better blood sugar control and a smaller spike in blood sugar levels after eating a high-carb meal.
So, if you have diabetes or prediabetes, eating dark chocolate may help improve your blood sugar control. Just be sure to choose high-quality dark chocolate that contains at least 70% cocoa and limit yourself to one ounce (28 grams) per day.